Description

Fine early C19th Italian 'Grand Tour' souvenir bronze study , after the antique , of "The Borghese Gladiator".
Well-cast example of the iconic statue of the warrior in fighting pose with well-sculpted muscular physique and torso, having lost both his shield and sword.
The ancient Hellenistic marble original now exhibited at the Louvre Museum, Paris, France. The statue having been discovered at Nettuno , near Anzio , Italy in 1611 and thence to Cardinal Borghese's estate where it remained in a room named after it at Villa Borghese, until 1807 when it was sold to Napoleon Bonaparte and taken to Paris.
Excellent original condition with rich patina with hues of chocolate and dark brown . Raised on a rectangular plinth base.
Examples of this iconic statue grace the museums , gardens and great houses and private collections of the world , including Houghton Hall, Highgrove, Blenheim and Windsor.
H 13"
W 9"
D 5"
Italy c.1830
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
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Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .
All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons .
If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance .
www.leesantiquesworcester.com.
Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218
Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
Internal Ref: ML 1711